FC Samartex are the champions of the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League season after recording a slim and crucial 1-0 win over Bibiani Goldstars in match-week 32.
Dreams FC boosted their chances of staying in the Ghana Premier League by securing a 1-0 victory over Karela United on Sunday afternoon at the Theater of Dreams in Dawu during match week 32.
This crucial win places Dreams FC just two points above the relegation zone, with 41 points and two games in hand.
Karela United, after this loss, finds themselves in a tight spot, sitting only one point above the relegation zone.
The decisive moment came in first-half stoppage time when youngster Abdul Aziz Issah scored the only goal of the match, giving Dreams FC the lead going into the break.
The second half saw no additional goals as both teams played cautiously, avoiding risky forward plays.
Karela United ended the match with ten men after Samuel Arthur received a red card five minutes before the final whistle.
Looking ahead, Dreams FC will face Great Olympics on Wednesday in a rescheduled game, while Karela United is set to play against champions-elect Samartex over the weekend.
Berekum Chelsea secured a crucial victory against Real Tamale United (RTU) at the Golden City Park on Sunday, earning three points in matchday 32 of the Ghana Premier League.
Determined to bounce back after a 3-2 loss in their previous game, Berekum Chelsea showcased their resilience and skill. The 2011 Ghana Premier League champions triumphed with a 2-0 win, further complicating RTU's relegation battle.
The first goal came from Kusi Pandrous in the 38th minute, giving Chelsea an early lead. Stephen Amankona, who is in the race for the Premier League top scorer title, doubled their advantage, ensuring a comfortable halftime lead for Coach Samuel Boadu’s team.
The second half saw no additional goals, allowing Berekum Chelsea to maintain their dominance and secure the victory. This win lifts them to the seventh position on the league table with 47 points.
Meanwhile, RTU remains at the bottom, struggling with only 31 points, with just two matches left in the season.
Raymond Oko Grippman scored the only goal of the match as Great Olympics recorded a 1-0 victory over Asante Kotoko in Sunday’s Premier League fixture at Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex.
Samartex FC will play as hosts to Bibiani Goldstars in a herculean clash at the Nsenkyire Sports Complex in Ghana Premier League match-week 32.
Aduana FC's bid for the Ghana Premier League title suffered a setback on Saturday, as they fell to a 1-0 defeat against Bechem United at the Nana Fosu-Gyeabour Park.
Bechem United's impressive home form continued, as they extended their unbeaten run to seven games, including a notable win over FC Samartex. In contrast, Aduana FC struggled on the road, with only one victory in their last 10 away matches, which came against Hearts of Oak.
Despite showing improvement with two wins in their last three games, Aduana FC found Bechem United a tough nut to crack.
The hosts capitalized on their home advantage, securing a crucial win in the matchday 32 encounter. The decisive moment came in the 76th minute, as Emmanuel Owusu's goal handed Bechem United all three points.
This defeat effectively ended Aduana FC's title hopes, even if league leaders Samartex were to lose their remaining matches. Samartex holds a six-point lead and has a superior head-to-head record, which would serve as a tie-breaker if needed.
Meanwhile, Bechem United moved up to fifth place with 47 points and two games left, shifting their focus to securing a top-four finish and a strong finish to the season.
